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Appeals court ruling tees up Supreme Court battle for GOP-friendly Missouri map

A federal appeals court ruled that Missouri must use its 2025 congressional map for the November 2026 election, setting up another Supreme Court review. The new map gives Republicans a 7-1 House advantage, while critics argue it should be approved by referendum and the old 2022 map used. The dispute has created election administration complications as ballots and early votes have already been cast under different maps.

The HillSig. 5NewsElectionsPoliticsEconomy

Fewer than half of California voters back billionaire tax: Poll

A new UC Berkeley-POLITICO poll finds 45 percent of California registered voters support Proposition 40, the billionaire tax measure, down from 50 percent in February, with 43 percent opposed. The measure draws Democratic and union support but opposition from Gov. Gavin Newsom and major donors. Among undecided likely voters, 65 percent lean toward supporting it.

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GOP's war for eyeballs

The article examines TV ad impressions in key Senate races, showing Republicans generally generating more impressions than Democrats as GOP super PACs spend heavily, while noting Democrats have advantages in candidate rates and online fundraising. It highlights North Carolina as an exception where Democrats lead impressions despite being outspent, and explains how spending translation varies by ad buyer.

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New York PostSig. 7NewsHealthPoliticsElections

Vance to make Obamacare fraud announcement — after Trump threat to defund insurers after midterms

Vice President JD Vance is expected to announce an Obamacare fraud initiative at the White House, following President Trump's threat to stop government payments to large insurers if Republicans hold Congress. The report cites GAO and congressional findings on fraudulent ACA subsidy enrollments and prior Vance actions against health-program fraud.

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Appeals court favors Trump-backed Missouri congressional map, but Supreme Court will have final say

A federal appeals panel ruled that Missouri can use a Trump-backed congressional map in November, but the Supreme Court has already blocked the map and the ruling is stayed for a week. Opponents plan an emergency appeal, while election officials say changing districts now is impractical because absentee ballots are already out. The legal fight continues over redistricting ahead of the midterms.

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Extended interview: Andy Beshear

CBS News posted an extended interview with Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear about his new book and his advice to Democrats on connecting with voters. The item mostly promotes the interview rather than reporting or analyzing a political dispute.

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The HillSig. 7NewsElectionsLawPolitics

Appeals court reinstates GOP House map in Missouri for November election

A federal appeals court reinstated Missouri's Republican-drawn 7-1 congressional map for the November elections, reversing the use of an older 6-2 map. The ruling is a temporary win for Republicans seeking more favorable House pickup opportunities, but it is expected to be appealed to the Supreme Court and has a one-week pause before taking effect.

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The HillSig. 5NewsPoliticsElections

Trump says Mamdani has ‘great potential’ after Gracie Mansion visit

President Trump called New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani having “great potential” after a Gracie Mansion meeting ahead of the United Nations General Assembly. Trump said he wants Mamdani to be a great mayor for New York, despite earlier criticism of Mamdani’s left-wing politics and policies. The report notes prior tension and later criticism over a proposed tax on second homes.

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